2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2012 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 540 kg more than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2012 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
| Model | Intrepid | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3078 mm |
